Best Elementary Schools in Oakland, CA


Summary:

The city of Oakland, California is home to 67 elementary schools serving students from kindergarten through 8th grade, with a mix of public, public charter, and private institutions. The data reveals stark disparities in academic performance across these schools, with some standout institutions like Yu Ming Charter ranking among the top in the state, while others struggle to meet proficiency standards.

Yu Ming Charter stands out as an exceptional performer, with 85.68% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and 90.72% in Mathematics. In contrast, Martin Luther King Junior Elementary has just 8.13% proficiency in ELA and 2% in Math. Other high-performing schools include Chabot Elementary, Redwood Heights Elementary, and Hillcrest. Chronic absenteeism is also a significant concern, ranging from 1.2% at Yu Ming Charter to 84.6% at Kaiser Early Childhood Center.

The data suggests that factors beyond just school resources, such as socioeconomic status and community support, play a crucial role in student outcomes. Schools with higher percentages of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, a proxy for lower socioeconomic status, tend to have lower academic performance. Addressing these equity and access issues will be key to improving the educational landscape in Oakland. Additionally, the wide variation in charter school performance underscores the need for rigorous oversight and accountability in this sector.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the California Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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